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2,000 Pieces of Falafel & SO MUCH MORE!

August 21, 2017

City Scene It’s no exaggeration that the parish community of Saint George Melkite Catholic Church prepares tons of food for its annual Middle Eastern Food Festival set for September 14, 15 and 16. For thirty-six years Saint George parishioners have prepared and served homemade Middle Eastern food to thousands of visitors from Birmingham and its …

Shelby One, Next Level Up: New 5 Year Initiative of the Greater Shelby Chamber

August 21, 2017

City Scene The Greater Shelby County Chamber’s new five-year plan, Shelby One, Next Level Up, covers the years 2018-2022 and builds on the success of the Chamber’s most recent campaign: ShelbyOne (2013-2017), which concluded at the end of 2017 and included expanded programs in the areas of Business Development and Support, Community and Workforce Development, …

State Recognition for Community Service: Shelby County’s Kirk Mancer

August 21, 2017

City Scene The Chamber of Commerce Association of Alabama (CCAA) recently named Greater Shelby County Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Kirk Mancer, Chamber Executive of the Year. “Mancer most certainly represented the highest standards in our profession,” said Bill Sisson, Chairman of the CCAA Board of Directors. President and CEO of the CCAA, Jeremy …

Laurie’s Blog

August 19, 2017

Perspective I was given a gift two summers ago, that will last me a life time. It came in the package of perspective. My oldest son and I spent a week at JH Ranch in northern California. On the ranch, high up on the side of a mountain, sat a white cross. From the valley, …

Using a Trust to Protect Your Children from Divorce & Creditors

August 9, 2017

Legal Matters presented by: Bradford & Holliman, Estate Planning Parents frequently ask us how they can leave their assets to their children when they die without those assets being vulnerable to a child later divorcing or having problems with debt. The sentiments expressed by the parents are almost always the same: “We want our child …

Caring for Your Aging Pet

August 9, 2017

Two by 2 Pets, like adults, have new and more frequent health issues as they age. A pet is considered senior at age seven and veterinarians recommend bringing them in twice a year for an examination. During this time, we can look at diet and weight management, joint health, eye health and perform lab tests …

I am God’s Help: Actor John Corbett

July 25, 2017

I am God’s Help: Actor John Corbett Best known for his roles in Northern Exposure and My Big Fat Greek Wedding, actor John Corbett is no stranger to the plight of refugees revealed in his latest film All Saints. He grew up the only child to a single mother who worked for minimum wage in …

“God Bless America!”

July 25, 2017

Photo Fun OLS July 4th Fest Joshua Handra wears the perfect outfit during Birmingham’s Oldest Independence Day celebration, hosted by Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) Catholic Church in Homewood. Samantha and Jessica Chriesman donate a homemade cake to the Cake Booth at the 68th Annual Independence Day Festival which benefitted OLS School, special charities, and …

“Traveling the World in Your Own Backyard”

July 25, 2017

Photo Fun  7th grader Max McGwin shares his knowledge about United Arab Emirates with other students during the International Fair at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School in Homewood. Students enjoy learning about Kazakhstan as 7th grader Zach Wedlund explains its culture at the International Fair held at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic School.

“Christ-Like Students”

July 25, 2017

Photo Fun Our Lady of Sorrows (OLS) Catholic School students MaryGlynn Barlow and Campbell Farr are seen here with OLS Principal Mary Jan Dorn after being recognized as the 2017 recipients of the Outstanding Christian Award. The award is traditionally given to an eighth-grade boy and girl each year who shows continuous service to others, …

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